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Coastal Gem Named Best Small Town In US To Visit In New Rankings
A charming coastal town has been crowned the best small town to visit in the United States, earning the top spot in U.S. News & World Report’s newly released rankings.
The annual list highlights destinations that capture the essence of small-town America with their scenic beauty, cultural offerings, and laid-back atmosphere. T
his year, Bar Harbor, Maine, claimed the No. 1 position, praised for its idyllic setting, stunning coastal views, and gateway to Acadia National Park.
Nestled along Maine’s rugged coastline, Bar Harbor attracts visitors year-round with its fresh seafood, boutique…
NJ Aviation Enthusiast Killed, Three Seriously Injured In Fiery I-80 Crash
A New Jersey man was killed, and three passengers — his wife, son, and his son's girlfriend — were critically injured when a car lost control and was struck by a tractor-trailer on Interstate 80 in Tobyhanna Township, PA, Pennsylvania State Police announced in a press release on Monday, Dec. 16.
The crash happened at mile marker 286.6 westbound around 8:39 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 22, 2024, during hazardous road conditions, troopers said.
Vladimir Kevereski, 58, of Elmwood Park, NJ, was driving a 2018 Honda Civic westbound when he lost control on the slippery roadway. The car s…
NJ Man Pleads Guilty To Toms River Man's Grisly Dismemberment, Prosecutors Say
A Brick Township man admitted to his role in the dismemberment of a Toms River man's body, authorities said.
Jared Krysiak, 34, pleaded guilty on Monday, Dec. 16 to desecration of human remains, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer said in a news release. Krysiak was among the four people indicted in the killing of 56-year-old Kerry Rollason.
Elizabeth Mascarelli of Seaside Heights entered a guilty plea on Monday, Dec. 9 for an aggravated manslaughter charge. She was previously indicted on Thursday, Oct. 24 for murder, conspiracy to commit murder, hindering apprehen…
14 Arrested In Heroin, Cocaine Crackdown In Atlantic City Neighborhood: Police
More than a dozen people were arrested in Atlantic City during a recent operation targeting drug dealing and neighborhood crime, authorities said.
There were 14 people arrested in the investigation, the Atlantic City Police Department said in a news release on Tuesday, Dec. 17. Prompted by complaints from residents and business owners, officers focused on issues reported near Bellevue, Florida, and Texas avenues for more than a month.
In December, police recovered 160 bags of heroin, nearly five ounces of cocaine, prescription pills, and drug paraphernalia. Officers…
Inmate Serving 43-Year Sentence Dies In NJ State Prison After Encounter With Officer, AG Says
The New Jersey Attorney General’s Office is investigating the death of a Northern State Prison inmate who died following an encounter with correctional police officers earlier this month, authorities said.
David Silva, 46, was involved in an encounter with officers on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024, at the Newark prison, the AG's office said Monday, Dec. 16. Silva was later pronounced dead at a hospital on Thursday, Dec. 12, officials confirmed.
The names of the involved officers are not being released, and no further details have been provided as the investigation remains ongoing.
Records show Sil…
Atlantic City Man Used Drones To Dump Dye Packs In Swimming Pools, Prosecutors Say
An Atlantic City man was accused of using drones to drop dye packs into pools more than a year ago, causing thousands of dollars in damage, authorities said.
Anthony Spina, 31, was indicted for third-degree criminal mischief and conspiracy to commit criminal mischief, the Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office said in a news release on Monday, Dec. 16.
Investigators said Spina plotted with another person to fly drones over commercial and residential properties between Thursday, June 1, 2023, and Friday, Sept. 1, 2023. The pair reportedly dropped dye packs into swimming pool…
Luxury French Department Store Set To Open First US Location in NY
A touch of Parisian luxury will soon be arriving in America.
Printemps, the iconic French department store, is prepares to open its first US location in the spring of 2025.
The new store, which will be located in Manhattan, will occupy 55,000 square feet within the historic One Wall Street building in the Financial District, blending classic architecture with modern elegance.
Founded in 1865, Printemps is celebrated for its high-end fashion, beauty, and lifestyle offerings.
The Manhattan location aims to capture the spirit of its flagship Paris store, showcasing a carefully cu…
